2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ascari |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2636 mm |
